Navigate the Interview.

There are 2 keys for nailing an interview when discussing your career background with a resume gap: be proactive and emphasize growth.

Now that you’ve established a foundation for talking about the gap in your documents and how the experience positively impacted you, it should all align in your upcoming interviews.

Be proactive in your approach. If the topic doesn’t come up organically, consider addressing it yourself. Be succinct, and let the interviewer follow up with questions if they have them.

Emphasize growth as much as possible. If the conversation continues with follow-up questions, or the interviewer asks you to speak specifically about your time spent away from a professional setting, discuss how the resume gap allowed you to reflect, grow, and gain a fresh perspective. Emphasize any initiatives you took to stay connected with industry trends or any relevant projects you learned from.

Making It Happen.

As recruiters, our goal is to help you succeed in your professional journey. We encourage you to embrace your unique story, be proud of the skills acquired during your resume gap, and approach interviews with confidence. Remember, it's not about the gap; it's about the person you've become in the process.

Your journey is a testament to your resilience and adaptability, qualities that are highly valued in today's dynamic workplace. We wish you the best of luck in applying for roles of all shapes and sizes.

And for those of you seeking a career in consulting at Point B, we look forward to getting to know you and celebrating the diverse experiences that make you an exceptional candidate.

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